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Gaylene Reddick

Dexter,MO

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

RN - Staff Developer

Cypress Point Skilled Nursing
Dexter, MO
08.2021 - Current
  • Scheduling nursing staff
  • Tracking attendance and request offs for nursing staff
  • Interviewing, hiring new employees
  • Completing background checks and license verifications on hire and quarterly
  • Conducting general orientation for new employees

LPN Charge Nurse

Cypress Point Skilled Nursing
Dexter, MO
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
  • Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
  • Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
  • Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.

RN

Memory Lane
Dexter, MO
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Weekend option Charge nurse
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.

RN - Med Surg

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
Poplar Bluff, MO
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
  • Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
  • Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
  • Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
  • Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff, MO
12-2022

LPN - Nursing

Northwest Technical Institute
Springdale, AR
05-2007

Skills

  • Geriatric Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Basic Life Support
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Wound Care
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Mobility Assistance
  • ADL Assistance
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Chart Updating
  • Long-Term Care
  • IV and Venipuncture Certified
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Medication Administration
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Palliative and Pain Management
  • SBAR Communication
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Team Coordination

Timeline

RN

Memory Lane
05.2023 - 08.2023

RN - Med Surg

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - 05.2023

RN - Staff Developer

Cypress Point Skilled Nursing
08.2021 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Cypress Point Skilled Nursing
08.2021 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Three Rivers Community College

LPN - Nursing

Northwest Technical Institute

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